Vegetarian Spicy Tuna Sushi Roll

Transform your sushi night with this Vegetarian Spicy Tuna Sushi Roll, a plant-based twist on the classic favorite! This innovative recipe swaps traditional tuna for mashed chickpeas, blended with creamy vegan mayo and a kick of sriracha for a protein-packed, spicy substitute. Perfectly seasoned sushi rice, crisp cucumber, and buttery avocado come together in a tender nori wrap, creating the perfect balance of flavors and textures. Easy to make and fully customizable, this recipe is ideal for sushi lovers seeking a vegetarian option. Garnish with sesame seeds for extra crunch and serve with soy sauce, pickled ginger, and wasabi for an authentic sushi experience at home. Whether you're entertaining guests or enjoying a cozy dinner, these rolls are sure to satisfy your cravings for bold, guilt-free flavors.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups (cooked) Sushi rice
• 4 pieces Nori sheets
• 1 cup Chickpeas (canned, drained and rinsed)
• 2 tablespoons Vegan mayonnaise
• 1 tablespoon Sriracha
• 1 teaspoon Soy sauce (optional, for seasoning chickpeas)
• 1 medium Cucumber (julienned)
• 1 whole Avocado (thinly sliced)
• 2 tablespoons Rice vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Sugar
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 1 tablespoon Sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

In a small saucepan, combine rice vinegar, sugar, and salt. Heat gently over low heat until sugar dissolves. Remove from heat, and mix this seasoning into the cooked sushi rice. Set the rice aside to cool to room temperature.

Step 2

In a bowl, mash the drained chickpeas with a fork or potato masher until slightly chunky but spreadable. Stir in vegan mayonnaise, sriracha, and soy sauce (if using), creating a spicy ‘tuna’ mixture.

Step 3

Place one nori sheet shiny side down on a bamboo sushi mat. Wet your hands with water to prevent sticking and spread about 1/2 cup of the seasoned sushi rice evenly over the nori, leaving a 1-inch border at the top edge.

Step 4

Spread a thin strip of the chickpea mixture horizontally across the middle of the rice layer. Add a few strips of cucumber and avocado slices on top.

Step 5

Use the bamboo mat to carefully roll the sushi, tucking in the filling tightly as you go. Seal the edge of the nori by moistening it slightly with water.

Step 6

Repeat the process for the remaining nori sheets, rice, and fillings.

Step 7

Using a sharp knife, cut each roll into 6-8 pieces. Wipe the knife blade with a damp cloth between cuts to ensure clean slices.

Step 8

If desired, sprinkle the cut rolls with sesame seeds for garnish.

Step 9

Serve immediately with soy sauce, pickled ginger, and wasabi on the side.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1057.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1297.7

Total Fat 39.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.0g
Cholesterol 6.8mg	0%
Sodium 2584.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 206.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 29.1g	0%
Total Sugars 20.9g
Protein 33.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 295.1mg	0%
Iron 9.5mg	0%
Potassium 2150.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 26.9%

Protein: 10.3%

Carbs: 62.8%